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Yakub

Boy Name #9,605 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yakub is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Yakub often also consider Yancy, Yancey, Yale .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #9,605
Total SSA Count: 9

Nicknames

Yak Yay Yakie

Similar Names

Yancy Yancey Yale Yaeko Yaro Yasuko Yates Yasuo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yakub

Is Yakub a boy or girl name?

Yakub is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Yakub?

Yakub is currently ranked #9605 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yakub?

Common nicknames for Yakub include Yak, Yay, and Yakie.

Is Yakub a common or rare name?

Yakub is an uncommon name, ranked #9605 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yakub

Yakub is a boy name .

Yakub is currently ranked #9,605 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Yakub include Yak, Yay, and Yakie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.